Job description

Wellness Coordinator

50 Forward Mohawk Valley

50 Forward Mohawk Valley f/k/a The Parkway Center advocates for the developing needs of the senior community by providing resources to empower people to remain healthy and active. 50 Forward MV has tripled its membership in the past three years and continues to grow annually with over 1,100 members at its site in Utica and programs countywide and opened a second site in Verona Beach. We are committed to providing programs to help stay healthy and independent so as to have them remain active members of their communities.

The Wellness Coordinator will be committed to achieving the following results:

· Matter of Balance

o Attend Matter of Balance Master Trainer by Main Health/Maintain Certification

o Recruit and train volunteers to coach MOB

o Maintain fidelity to the program by presenting the curriculum according to the directions, training and materials provided

o Encourage interactive discussion about the concepts and skills presented

o Demonstrate the exercises as outline in the program materials

o Encourage socializing, sharing and problem solving among volunteers

o Conduct satisfaction surveys at the end of all trainings

o Assess each coach’s understanding, ability and comfort with leading MOB Classes

· StayYoung Strong Bones

o Attend Certification provided by 50 Forward MV

o Recruit and Train volunteers to lead SYSB

o Perform Site visits/evaluations

o Coordinate volunteer leader meetings

o Maintain fidelity to the program by presenting the curriculum according to the directions, training and materials provided

o Encourage interactive discussion about the concepts and skills presented

o Demonstrate the exercises as outline in the program materials

o Encourage socializing, sharing and problem solving among volunteers

o Conduct satisfaction surveys at the end of all trainings

o Assess each leader’s understanding, ability and comfort with leading classes

· Aging Master Program (AMP)

o Coordinate the (10) week program with materials necessary

o Coordinate speakers for each session

o Conduct satisfaction surveys at the end of the program

· Health Literacy Certification

o Host Health Literacy Workshops for older adults

o Work to educate health care professions

· Assist with Parkinson’s Program/Coordinate Support Group Actvities

· Develop and implement evidenced based programming

· Maintain all data for each program and complete reports as necessary.

· Perform any other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director or the Executive Director

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree preferred

• Experience in Health, Nutrition, Physical Fitness

• Excellent Communication/Customer Service skills

• Valid & Clean NYS Driver’s License & own vehicle for travel

• Ability to travel

• Highly motivated

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

*50 Forward Mohawk Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Employer of National Service

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Following CDC and County guidelines

Work Location: One location

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